FILMI 12 showcases the latest of Independent South Asian Cinema

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto, Ontario – The 12^th Annual FILMI: Toronto’s South Asian Film Festival (FSAFF) will be presented September 29^th – October 2^nd , 2011 at the AGO and Revue Cinema. The vision of FILMI: Toronto’s South Asian Film Festival is to discover, introduce, promote and celebrate cinematic endeavours by talented South Asian filmmakers, and to highlight works with South Asian themes that can be brought to a mainstream audience. This year we will focus on two very active filmmakers; Canada’s own Jazz Virk and New York’s Samrat Chakrabarti.


 
Opening Night Film – Toronto PREMIERE – ‘Footsteps to Gangland’–  This gritty independent film written and directed by Vancouver’s Mani Amar about the true events that have shattered the South Asian Community of Vancouver.  Thursday September 29^th, 2011 – Jackman Hall at the ArtGallery of Ontario
 
 
11^th FILMI South Asian Film Festival will also feature:
FILMI Shorts Programme – Filmi is now the premier festival that showcases world and Canadian premieres of future filmmakers from the South Asian Diaspora. October 1^st , 2011 – Revue Cinema
 
World Premiere Filmi Web Series – ‘Guidestones’ starring newcomer Supinder Wraich will showcase the future of filmmaking with this interactive web series. ‘Guidestones’ will launch its World Premiere at Filmi.
 
TORONTO PREMIERE – ‘Big in Bollywood’ – is a documentary of American actor Omi Vaidya’s rise to fame as an Indian celebrity. Omi Vaidya is the co-star of the massive hit film 3 idiots. Shot by Omi’s friends this film takes you on a ride with Omi. September 30^th , 2011 – Jackman Hall at the ArtGallery of Ontario
 
FILMI Music Videos – Preceding each film premiere, FILMI 2011 will also be presenting world premieres of new music videos. This year Filmi will be focusing on the works of UK Based-Canadian Jazz Virk  who will premiere the Music video by Prita Chhabra that was produced by Filmi’s own Raoul Juneja.  FILMI's 5^th annual music video segment programmed by Canadian music personality Raoul Juneja (a.k.a. Deejay Ra).
 
Closing Night Film – Canadian PREMIERE – “Dogs Lie” directed by Richard Atkinson based on the off – Broadway play written by Ronnie Cohen and Jane Beale. “Dogs Lie” is a combination of comedy and murder mystery. The two main characters, played by Samrat Chakrabati and Frank Boyd are truly entertaining to watch.  October 2nd , 2011 – Jackman Hall at the Art Gallery of Ontario
 
Filmi Industry Series – “Documentary Filmmaking”, ‘Web Series’ ‘Music Video Directors’ Workshop for filmmakers and film enthusiasts with the world’s biggest South Asian Music Video Director Jazz Virk. Oct.1st^nd & 2^nd  , 2:30PM at 725 King St W.
 
Filmi 12 is proud to have in attendance UK Canadian Music Video Director – Jazz Virk, New York Actor Samrat Chakrabarti (30 Rock, Deepa Mehta ensemble ‘Midnight’s Children’) Writer-Director  Mani Amar  ( Warrior’s Religion), Richard Atkinson (Dogs Lie), Bill Bowles (Big in Bollywood) and many more …..
 
For more information on FILMI, or to book interviews contact:            
 
 
Dinesh Sachdev, Executive Director
T:             647.406.3269      
e: main@filmi.org
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Sampradaya after TAJ

Artistic Director Lata Pada in Conversation with Celebrity Cultural Critic Samita Nandy for StarBuzz
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
The word ‘Sampradaya,’ for Artistic Director Lata Pada, represents the transmission of tradition.  Commissioned by Luminato for 2011 festival TAJ showcased Sampradaya Dance Creations’ distinct voice in Canada’s performing arts.
Lata Pada contends that the four sold out performances highlight the potential of this production to tour beyond its world premiere in Toronto in June 2011 at the Fleck Theatre of the Harbourfront Centre. A premiere is an opportunity to get the work ‘ on its feet’; preparing it for a remount is a wonderful chance to revisit the production, find deeper meaning, look at what worked and what did not, and how effectively all the elements came together. Sampradaya is now preparing to take the work across Canada and hopefully to India as well.
Currently, her company Sampradaya Dance Creations is doubling studio space.  It is acquiring the studio next to the existing one and is in full swing of reconstruction and enhancement of its facilities.  The new studio is a 7400 square foot facility.  Pada reveals that this will be a “performance hub of music, dance, and theatre for young South Asian performers – musicians, dancer, and actors – to find an opportunity for their art to be seen.”  Sampradaya Dance Creations will “mentor and guide emerging talent in their art.”


Lata Pada draws on rasa theory in Indian aesthetic studies and sheds light on the success of her performances.  For her, “the rasa [essence of aesthetic experience] is one that performer and audience member must participate in equally. It is that process of mutual and synergistic sharing that creates the magic of the moment. For any artist, that can translate into something quite transformative and ultimately needs to be the goal of any artistic communication.
The interplay of Lata Pada’s stagecraft and performances exemplifies this in her latest production TAJ.  Pada contends that “training, experience, maturity, personal connection to spoken words, scenes, sensitivity and vulnerability on stage” plays an emotional role in performance arts.  The tactile experience that you face then and experience on the stage is communicated to the audience.  The audience is brought into the space, the world of the play. During the world premiere of TAJ, the theatre and its stage were not large and, hence, created conditions for immediacy and proximity with actors Kabir Bedi and Lisa Ray.  Pada states that if the theatre was “bigger and larger, that would have distanced” the actors.  Instead, TAJ brought “proximity and synergistic relation between actors and audience.” At that time, Pada reveals, “you are not thinking star / celebrity on the stage.  Theatre is live, palpable, and ephemeral.  Every performance is different.  There can be flaws and no opportunities for retakes.  All actors recognize this.  If they have acted in films, they know the difference.”

Samita Nandy
To find out more about the upcoming performances of Sampradaya Dance Creations, please visit: http://www.sampradaya.ca/



Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

“Singham” Movie Review

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-

The trend of atypical masala entertainers began all over again with WANTED, which was effectively emulated by the super-successful DABANGG. The larger-than-life hero knocks down 50 thugs and sends them flying in the air with just one punch. He romances the heroine. Puts his life at stake by catching the bull by the horns. Emerges victorious in the finale... Come to think of it, the Indian audience is starved for true-blue masala entertainers that were admired and revered in the 1970s and 1980s. Oh, can we ever forget the serpentine queues outside cinema halls to watch those movies, starring our fav stars? With SINGHAM, the Ajay Devgn - Rohit Shetty team goes back to their roots; both started with action films, if you recall -- PHOOL AUR KAANTE and ZAMEEN, respectively. SINGHAM is one of those earthy, traditional, uncomplicated masala movies that most of us grew up on. The protagonist of SINGHAM is not the desi version of James Bond, nor is he any kind of a superhero.


SINGHAM pays homage to the action films of 1970s, which was known for the heroism, death-defying action sequences and pulse pounding thrills. It's an acknowledgement to one of the most successful genres of Bollywood -- action movies -- known for the trademark good versus evil themes and well choreographed stunts. Unlike many films recently, SINGHAM revives memories of the bygone era that stressed on raw action and was rich in fist-to-fist combat scenes. In fact, it has traces of action that Ajay's father [Veeru Devgn] and Rohit's father [Shetty] immortalized in their movies. But SINGHAM is a film of today, hence the stunts are extremely stylized and polished in keeping with the times. It's raw power presented in a slick demeanor.
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

“MURDER 2” Movie Preview

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-Arjun Bhagwat is a Goan ex-cop who earns his bread doing all the wrong and odd jobs. His family was so troubled by their poverty that it became difficult for them to survive. For Arjun, money became a priority and the basis for any job he took up.
Arjun meets Sameer, a Goan gangster who has been suffering a huge loss as his hookers have been running away. He immediately assigns Arjun for the job offering him a huge sum and knowing his skills of investigation as an ex-cop in order to find those girls.

Priya, a young girl who plays a model in the film, is deeply in love with Arjun. However, he is hesitant to admit it as for him the only thing that matters is money. Thru his investigation, Priya does not understand his hesitance in giving a name to their relationship.

Whilst investigating, Arjun realizes that the girls missing are connected by one cell phone number. He decides that in order to catch the lion one must feed him the lamb. He devises a plan that involves sending a girl to that particular customer.

Here comes in Reshma, a young college girl who is into the profession of prostitution in order to feed and support her family. She becomes the innocent prey, and is then sent to the antagonists' house, Dheeraj Pandey. The unexpected happens as we reveal that Dheeraj is a serial killer who plays a eunuch in the film. He is a sex addict and hence, decides to brutally murder women.

But as fate has it, thru the journey of investigation, Arjun and Dheeraj cross paths. Arjun gets into a tiff with Dheeraj and they both land up at the police station. Dheeraj being the sociopath admits to a crime so heinous that even the police gets shocked by his behavior.

Now it's all upto Arjun Bhagwat. He has one night to find some proof in order to keep Dheeraj in jail. He needs to find Reshma because he begins to feel guilty about his plan of sending her as bait. He realizes that Reshma's background is similar to his and hence, feels compassion towards her. Thru his investigation, he meets several people who have had an encounter with this serial killer including his family and a hooker who managed to escape.

Things don't go as planned and Dheeraj leaves the police station as a free bird as there is no evidence against him. Meanwhile, the next victim on his list turns out to be Priya. The road for Arjun is now difficult. Will he be able to gather substantial evidence? Will he find Reshma and save Priya or will it be too late?
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

“BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP” Movie Review

 
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
Flashback 1970s and 1980s. An Amitabh Bachchan film was considered an event. A sea of people would make themselves comfortable outside the theatre premises on Sunday night itself, although the advance booking counters would open only on Monday morning. Most theatres would be packed for the entire week in a matter of hours. Most Bachchan starrers ran for 25 weeks, 50 weeks, even 100 + weeks those days. Films helmed by Yash Chopra, Manmohan Desai, Prakash Mehra and Ramesh Sippy were adored and revered and even those helmed by not-too-successful names or relative newcomers were greeted with similar enthusiasm. The Hindi film industry was referred to as a one-man industry then. The Bachchan mania was invincible and indestructible.
 Considering the iconic status that Bachchan Sr has achieved, every film-maker aspires to work with him at least once in his lifetime. Puri Jagannadh, the man behind many a successful film in Telugu, pays homage to the veteran in his debut film in Hindi, BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP. This film relies entirely on the persona and charisma of this iconic actor of Indian cinema.
BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP has the 69-year-old Bachchan enacting the role of a defiant, flamboyant hitman in his inimitable style. With BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP, the angry young man of the 1970s and 1980s re-surfaces to re-live various roles that he enacted in those memorable films. This one's a masala film all the way. Right from a medley of Bachchan hits to the expertly crafted action sequences to the by-now-famous Bachchan baritone, this one has it all.
Frankly, masala films and path-breaking story don't go hand in hand. It's the moments that make a film. And BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP is no different. This one also rests on a skeletal plot. But that one man makes a world of a difference -- Amitabh Bachchan. He's angry [dare not call him 'Bbuddah'], but has a soft side too. He bashes the baddies, squeezing them like oranges. He gets the best lines to deliver and believe me, it makes the fan in you clap and cheer on several occasions. Let's face it, no Hindi film actor has ever had the opportunity to portray a part that Bachchan gets to portray at the ripe age of 69. Besides saluting the actor for delivering an electrifying performance, I would also like to salute the indomitable spirit and energy of this iconic actor for essaying the role with gusto and zest.
Final word? Bachchan fans -- especially those who have grown up on his movies -- are sure to relish it. Even if you're not a Bachchan fan, watch this one for one simple reason: They don't make them like Amitabh Bachchan anymore!
Viju [Amitabh Bachchan], an ex-gangster, arrives in Mumbai on a mission. He is flamboyant, wears loud clothes, is arrogant and hits back when people call him 'Bbuddah'. At first, everyone thinks that he's on a mission to assassinate the ACP [Sonu Sood], but there's a hidden agenda, which is revealed much later.
BUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP is a Hindi film packaged like a well-made South Indian fare: the style of narrating the story, the slick edit, the fast pacing, the stylized action scenes, the larger-than-life characters... The film commences on a pulsating note [Bachchan's intro is smashing], but the first hour works sporadically. While the portions involving Bachchan are exhilarating, there are multiple tracks in this hour which get on your nerves. The scenes in the coffee shop, for instance, are most irritating. Also, the track involving Raveena Tandon comes across like an unwanted guest. If the intention was to evoke laughter, sorry, it doesn't work.
The story actually takes off at the interval point, when an unexpected twist startles the viewer completely. From this point onwards, BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP only scales higher and higher, reaching the peak towards the action-packed finale and the subsequent emotional reunion. I'd like to single out the confrontation between Bachchan and Prakash Raj in the final moments of the film and also the soaked-in-emotions sequence between Bachchan and Hema. It's the perfect icing on the cake!
While the written material banks too heavily on the tried and tested formula, director Puri Jagannadh ensures that he doesn't disappoint the hardcore fans of the icon. Bachchan is known for, besides his acting potential, larger than life roles and witty/smart dialogue. Puri presents Bachchan like a true superstar and gives him lines that would garner ceetees and taalis, especially when he's confronting the baddies in the movie.
Vishal-Shekhar do a super job while composing the medley of Bachchan hits, 'Go Meera Go', the soft and soothing 'Haal-e-Dil' and the title track, which comes at the very start of the film. Amol Rathod's cinematography is perfect, while Vijay's stunts are stylish.
Bachchan is truly the Baap and this film reiterates this fact yet again. His character, his attitude and the dialogue he delivers will remain etched in your memory for a long, long time. His attire may raise eyebrows initially, but once into the film, you will realize it gels well with his character. Hema Malini is, as always, graceful. The chemistry between the senior actors is refreshing. Raveena is saddled with an ill-defined role and that's the prime reason why she doesn't leave an impact. Sonu Sood is first-rate, confident at every step. Not once do you feel that he's overawed by Bachchan's towering presence. Sonal Chauhan looks pretty and acts well. Charmee Kaur is likeable and contributes to the funny moments.
Prakash Raj is super. In fact, it's a treat to watch powerful actors like Bachchan and Prakash Raj embroiled in a confrontation. Makrand Deshpande is wonderful. Shahwar Ali is okay. Rajeev Mehta irritates. Again, this track seems completely unwanted. Rajeev Varma has a half-baked role. Vishwajeet Pradhan and Atul Parchure are passable.
On the whole, BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP is a must-watch for Bachchan fans. Even if you're not a fan of this iconic actor, watch it for a simple reason: They don't make them like Amitabh Bachchan anymore. A masala entertainer all the way, BBUDDAH HOGA TERRA BAAP may get affected by the omnipotent and unstoppable DELHI BELLY and TRANSFORMERS wave on Friday [although single screens would perform better than plexes], but the business should multiply on Saturday and Sunday due to Bachchan's bravura act and rock-solid post-interval portions. The producers [A.B. Corp, Viacom18] have already recovered the cost of production by selling the Satellite rights for a hefty sum and recovering the balance amount [P&A] from theatrical business should be a cakewalk, ensuring good profits to the investors in the final tally.



Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Video: Esha in Toronto

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

GLIMPSES: IIFA fever on Green Carpet

 











































Pics by SNAPS INDIA United States/Canada
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Bipasha Basu's special appearance in Brampton gave a headstart to IIFA

Bipasha & StarBuzz







StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-

-Pics by Irfan Ali of Nice Productions.

Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

ROM hosts: An Evening with Bollywood Celebs: "Bollywood, Hollywood, and Beyond"

ROM hosts: An Evening with Bollywood Celebs: "Bollywood, Hollywood, and Beyond
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-


Time	Wednesday, June 22 · 6:00pm - 9:00pm



Co-presented by the Institute for Contemporary Culture at the ROM and the Friends of South Asia (ROM). Multiple filmmaking traditions come together on one panel to examine the global world of cinema through the eyes of filmmakers, actors and industry executives as they share real-life experiences and discuss the opportunities and challenges of working Bollywood, Hollywood and Toronto. The ICC and the FSA are pleased to announce o...ur very special guests: Shabana Azmi, Bollywood's most celebrated actress, former Indian MP and social activist Javed Akhtar, Indian MP, award winning poet, lyricist, scriptwriter and screenplay writer Kabir Bedi, Star of stage and screen, best known to Western audiences as James Bond villain Gobinda in Octopussy Lisa Ray, Internationally acclaimed star of Water and Cooking with Stella Ajay Virmani Acclaimed Producer of Water, Bollywood/Hollywood, International Khiladi and the upcoming Breakaway Tickets $45 | ROM Members $40 Friends of the ICC and Friends of South Asia $35 | VIP $110 VIP ticket includes a cocktail reception in c5 Lounge with the panelists from 6-7 pm and preferred seating for the panel discussion. Space is limited. All proceeds from this event go to support the programs of the ICC and the FSA.
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Culture Shock BABA KAHN, SUNNY BROWN, and LOMATICC, will perform with the high-energy in Brampton during IIFA

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-Culture Shock, comprised of BABA KAHN, SUNNY BROWN, and LOMATICC, will perform with the high-energy that they have become known for. This Canadian trio with roots in Brampton, Mississauga and Markham became the "new sound" everyone was chasing. Major international artists began knocking on the trio‟s Canadian doorstep for

that new desi fusion sound, from Sean Paul, Rihanna, and Jay Sean to recently Lady Gaga, Britney Spears and Nicole Scherzinger.
After signing one the largest independent record deals in Canadian history with Desi Hits-Universal Music Group UK the trio are currently in production on CULTURE SHOCK 3: Legal Tender and beginning a worldwide tour, one of Canada‟s biggest exports is taking the world by storm.

Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

RDB to perform at Brampton during IIFA BUZZ

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
UK/Canadian group RDB (Rhythm, Dhol, Bass) blend western music with Punjabi beats to create a unique sound. The group was created by three brothers Kuly, Manj and Surj. These British born brothers were introduced to music at a very young age by their father who taught them to sing religious songs and play the harmonium in their Temple. They brought different musical styles together and fused them with Punjabi folk music ultimately constructing the "RDB sound". They are extremely talented and amazing entertainers who have worked alongside several celebrity singers and actors, not only in the east coast but also in the west;
From multi-million viewers, globally televised performances, to sellout RDB concerts around the world, the RDB sound has without a doubt struck a chord with the masses of music lovers in the east and west. Their music is original and features deep meaningful lyrics along with hook lines and anthem-like melodies that blur across genres. Since their initial release in 2001 they have formed an international fan-base of millions from all ages and backgrounds. These brothers have radically pioneered the style of British Bhangra by remolding it into a raw urban sound, making their work stand out from the crowd. With almost a decade of hits under their belt, millions of unofficial sales worldwide and having toured all corners of the earth, RDB‟s artistic ability keeps on escalating to entirely new heights as they become the first artists in the history of music to collaborate Punjabi and Bollywood music with American Hip Hop. In 2003 RDB won "Best Club DJ Bhangra" at UK Asian Music Awards.
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Parichay - Performing at Brampton during IIFA BUZZ

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-
Singer, songwriter and producer Parichay is set to thrill audiences with his unique sounds. After 10 years of contributing to the underground Bollywood and Urban music scenes as one of the major producers of Desi Urban music in Canada, Parichay has created a sound that reaches today‟s generation, combining a touch of Hindi Classical and Pop music with mainstream Hip Hop, RnB, Reggae, House and Dancehall.

His latest single „Tum Habibi‟ featuring DTP Rapper Joe Louis has already climbed up the charts in the UK. Parichay has also recently collaborated with RDB on the House Mix of the title song of the new blockbuster – Yamla Pagla Deewana featuring Bollywood superstars Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol. Parichay‟s smooth vocals have quite simply created a magical effect on this club banger tune currently playing in clubs and radio all across the nation.
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Indian Idol, Abhijeet Sawant, and Lisa Ray at Markham’s IIFAntastic Buzz Event!

StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-Mayor Frank Scarpitti of Markham was all smiles as he greeted a packed media conference with the traditional Indian Namaste. He announced that Abhijeet Sawant, winner of the Indian Idol contest, and now an internationally famed star, would be the international headliner at Markham’s Bollywood extravaganza on June 18 to usher in the IIFA awards. Lisa Ray, Canada’s world famous cross-cultural actress and model will host the day long festival which will include performances from Montreal’s dynamic duo- Josh, Prita Chhabra, Shweta Subram, Menaka Thakkar dance company, soca and chutney music maestro SW Storm, fusion musicians Flamenkathak, Shiamak Davar’s (India’s ace choreographer) Toronto dance team and many more. Interactive dandiya and explosive bhangra will also rock the scene. An authentic South Asian bazaar and taste-bud tantalizing food stalls will dot the Markham Civic Centre grounds and children will have access to a super FUNtastic kidzone.

‘We are honoured to have been chosen as one of the host communities of these prestigious IIFA buzz events”, Mayor Scarpitti said. “This speaks to Markham’s rich cultural diversity and our reputation for embracing and celebrating the contributions of all residents from all backgrounds.”

Michael Chan, minister of tourism and culture, also took the podium and spoke a few words, breaking into a few Bollywood dance steps that prompted huge applause from the audience. CIBC (the main sponsor for all IIFA events) spokesperson, Neil Fernandez, also addressed the attendees.

Markham’s Bollywood extravaganza is produced by the Masala!Mehndi!Masti! (M!M!M!) team and John Ryerson, Markham's director of culture, said: "Working with M!M!M! has been terrific. They have brought creativity and skill together in producing what we expect to be an outstanding IIFA buzz event in Markham"
Source URL: https://jembutmuwsexywallpaper.blogspot.com/search/label/Bollyood%20North%20America
Visit jembutmuw sexy wallpaper for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection